ALASKA GLACIERS, WILDLIFE & RURAL ALASKA WILDERNESS
Travel by plane, dayboat, and Alaska’s most spacious luxury motorcoach returning to two evenings in the heart of Denali National Park, Kantishna; experience breathtaking Prince William Sound in Cordova and Valdez; and visit quaint Talkeetna, travel the Denali Highway and Anchorage. Glacier and wildlife viewing, Iditarod pups, and Alaska wilderness round out this all-inclusive journey through Alaska’s land and Southcentral highlights.
- Best of Denali National Park – Two evenings in the heart of the park visiting Kantishna, three full days around Mount Denali and journey 90+ miles through remote Alaska wilderness for scenery and wildlife
- Two “Pick Your Adventure” Days – Cordova and Denali National Park
- Alaska Railroad GoldStar glass-domed railcars and Denali National Park wildlife tour
- Two days experiencing Prince William Sound – view wildlife and glaciers
- Travel the scenic 138-mile journey on the Denali Highway
- Five-hour jet boat tour in Devil’s Canyon with historic Mahay family
Included land highlights:
Anchorage Museum
Anchorage City Tour
“Pick Your Adventure” Days
Cordova
Denali National Park
Cruise to Columbia Glacier
Prince William Sound Wildlife
Denali Highway – Paxson to Cantwell
Denali National Park Wildlife Tour, 92 miles into Kantishna
Denali National Park Visitor Center
Alaska Railroad – GoldStar Service
Iditarod Kennel Visit & Presentation
Mahay’s Jetboat Devil’s Canyon Adventure
Accommodations:
2 Nights – Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage
2 Nights – Orca Adventure Lodge, Cordova
2 Nights – Totem Hotel & Suites, Valdez
1 Night – Denali Bluffs Hotel, Denali
2 Nights – Denali Backcountry Lodge, Denali National Park
1 Night – Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, Talkeetna
Active Rating:
Soft Adventure
moderately active
Requires ability to walk short distances and board vessel
Included Meals:
29
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on full tour days, plus arrival day dinner, departure day breakfast
Itinerary
Welcome to Anchorage, Alaska – the city of lights and flowers! A John Hall’s Alaska representative greets all guests on arrival, escorting to luxury accommodations for the evening. Colorful Anchorage has much to offer for those up for a bit of exploring. Dinner is at leisure.
Dinner
Today’s highlights include a visit to the Anchorage Museum and the Alaska Airlines flight to the quaint Alaska town of Cordova. Situated near the mouth of the Copper River – known for its prolific salmon runs – the only way to town is by plane or by boat. Settle into the lodge and discover one of Alaska’s best-kept secrets and the gateway to Alaska’s wilderness.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
There is no better way to experience what makes Alaska special than a day of adventure. Choose one included activity: fishing – for halibut, cod, or salmon; glacier & wildlife helicopter tour; hike to Sheridan Glacier with glacier kayaking; sightseeing along the Copper River Delta with visits to two local museums. Enjoy a cozy bonfire before retiring for the evening.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wilderness, wildlife, and glaciers sum up the day! Board a privately chartered sightseeing vessel and cruise Prince William Sound to the glacier-lined port of Valdez, and southern terminus of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System. Amidst the mountainous backdrop of the Chugach National Forest, watch for whales, sea lions, otters, harbor seals, puffins, and eagles while cruising about the Sound’s many islands and fjords.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Board a privately chartered sightseeing vessel this morning and journey through the majestic Columbia Bay on the way to Columbia Glacier, the largest glacier in Prince William Sound. Experience spectacular calving events and close encounters with wildlife. This pristine wilderness is home to a variety of whales, along with Dall’s porpoise, seals, Stellar sea lions and more! Keep those eyes peeled and cameras handy as the captain navigates through the Sound. Lunch will be hosted on board and dinner may be enjoyed at leisure this evening in Valdez.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
En route to Denali National Park today, pass through Keystone Canyon to witness an impressive display of cascading waterfalls and steep slate walls. On what National Geographic referred to as one of the top ten scenic highways in the world, travel the Denali Highway – extremely beautiful and mostly unpaved, following the Alaska mountain range and Hayes Range towards Denali National Park. Be on the lookout for caribou, bear, moose and wolves. Enjoy an evening of comfort at the gates of Denali National Park.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a morning full of adventure with the second “Pick Your Adventure” Day choosing between ATV, ziplining, helicopter landing and whitewater rafting, the afternoon is spent making the 6-hour, 92-mile journey into the heart of Denali National Park, experiencing the captivating wildlife, scenery and mountain before arriving to Kantishna. Experience two evenings sitting on the banks of historic gold panning grounds at Denali Backcountry Lodge. Relax surrounded by the sounds of nature in quaint, Alaska-cozy style accommodations.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a relaxing morning, spend the remainder of the day at leisure with ample opportunities to take in Alaska style activities including a guided trek through Denali National Park, visiting infamous Wonder Lake, take a flightseeing trip around Mount Denali, learn to gold pan or spend the day at leisure while sitting alongside the banks of the river. The remote nature of Denali Backcountry Lodge makes for the most luxurious experience awaiting in Alaska.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early morning, journey 92 miles back to the gates of Denali National Park. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for early morning wildlife out as the sun rises. Board the luxury Alaska Railroad GoldStar glass-domed railcar service and head for Talkeetna with lunch onboard. This evening, enjoy a private dog sledding demonstration at a working sled dog kennel. At a private presentation on dog mushing, learn what it takes to prep for a race like the Iditarod and spend time with the pups. After puppy time, return to the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge for the evening.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, join the historic Mahay family for a 5-hour jet boat adventure through Devil’s Canyon and a chance to get closer to Mount Denali! Guided by naturalists, enjoy a nature walk to an encampment of early settlers, get acquainted with wildflowers and plants along the river, and search for wildlife. Later, wind up the day back in Anchorage for the final evening and enjoy a farewell dinner with the group.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to the Anchorage airport.
Breakfast
Departures and Pricing
Per Person Pricing Includes:
Accommodations; fully-guided service; luxury land, chartered day vessel, commercial flight Anchorage to Cordova; daily activities and tours; meals, baggage handling, and corresponding gratuities; taxes; and personalized John Hall’s Alaska’s windbreaker.
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HOW TO RESERVE THIS TOUR
A deposit of $500.00 USD per person is required within ten days of booking your reservation. Deposits are fully refundable up until 90 days prior to departure.
Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express, and personal checks are acceptable forms of deposit payment. To confirm your space by credit card, please contact our office: 800.325.2270 or book online using the link at the top of the page.
ARRANGING YOUR FLIGHTS
This tour begins and ends in Anchorage, Alaska. On Day 1, flights should arrive by 6pm; early check-in cannot be guaranteed before 4pm. On Day 11, flights may depart Anchorage after 8am. Flights to Cordova are included in the experience.
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